SARASOTA
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Saturday 22 March
Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240 - 10am - 2 Hours
Stephanie Leaver
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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$47       5 places left
Sunset Portrait Photography

Sunset Portrait Photography

Saturday 05 April
Ben Franklin Dr Sarasota - 5:45pm - 2 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
This session will go over the finer points of doing portraits at sunset and just before sunset.. Learning to use reflectors as a source of light for your subject. We'll also use just the available light right before sunset.. While this light is beautiful, it is also changing quickly..
A model will be part of the class..
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$72      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 19 April
S Tamiami Trail - 8:30am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       4 places left

Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 26 April
Downtown Sarasota - 10am - 2 Hours
Stephanie Leaver
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
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$47      
The Art of the Portrait

The Art of the Portrait

Saturday 03 May
S Tamiami Trail - 8am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
This class covers the art of portrait photography, including communication, attire, dos and don'ts, lenses, settings, lighting, storyboarding, and hands-on practice with a model.
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$130       4 places left
Intro to Studio Photography

Intro to Studio Photography

Saturday 17 May
Tallevast Rd Sarasota - 10am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
Join us for a 3-hour hands-on workshop where you'll dive into the essentials of studio photography. In the first half, you'll learn how to use studio strobes and continuous lighting, explore various types of light modifiers, and get tips on posing techniques—what to do and what to avoid. The second half will be all about applying what you've learned in a live shoot with a professional model! Whether you're new to studio photography or looking to refine your skills, this class offers a perfect blend of instruction and practice.
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$130       4 places left

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 31 May
S Tamiami Trail - 8am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 07 June
Downtown Sarasota - 9am - 2 Hours
Stephanie Leaver
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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$47      

Nearby Photography Groups

Shooting in Manual Mode

Shooting in Manual Mode

Saturday 29 March
W Cypress St. - 11am - 2 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 April
W Cypress St. - 11am - 3 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       4 places left

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 19 April
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
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$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 17 May
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
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$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 21 June
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
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$47      

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 19 July
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
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$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 16 August
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
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$47      
ABOUT SARASOTA
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Sarasota .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Sarasota Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I learned more about my camera and the menu.
    4/5
    Styron
    2025-03-10
    Nice review of basic camera functions. Instructor was pleasant and knowledgeable. Good location for the class. I thought cost of course was a bit high.
    5/5
    Richard
    2025-02-23
    Stephanie was excellent - I learned a lot
    5/5
    Corinne
    2025-02-23

    It went very well I thought. Big group! Keith could've used an assistant. I think having 2 models for the class to practice shooting on the beach was very helpful. Gave us all practical experience with using "fill light."
    5/5
    Barbara
    2025-02-11
    Another great class. Truly enjoyed my time in the Studio. Thank you Ken, GW and Kendra! Got to try out different lighting styles and techniques. Strobes and Constant light, colors. Great learning experience would do it again in a minute!
    5/5
    Craig
    2024-12-09
    GW & Keith did a great job walking us through key concepts. For a 1st time being in a studio, they helped me get up to speed and comfortable quite quickly. From there the rest is on me :) Would certainly sign up for a follow up/next session. Must also annotate that our model was more than patient and fun to work with. Thank you all!
    5/5
    Andrew
    2024-12-08

    Very well structured, organized and hands on experience.
    5/5
    Ildi
    2024-09-15
    I was a very beginning student and Keith was very much understanding. After he taught me well in a few hours that I could try taking pictures with manual mode now. Thank you Keith
    5/5
    nicole
    2024-08-19
    Loved the class, very informative, easy to follow and understand. Stephanie was an amazing teacher, she pointed me in the right direction when needed and gave very helpful suggestions. It was well worth the money, she made macro photography fun and interesting. Thank you again!
    5/5
    Ildiko
    2024-07-22

    Very helpful, great instructor!
    5/5
    Christopher
    2024-07-21
    I truly enjoyed Stephanie?s interpretation and introduction to Macro. Thorough and complete. Tough spot during the summer because of the heat and humidity. Can?t wait for some future classes during the upcoming cooler season!
    5/5
    Craig
    2024-07-21
    Im a beginner with photography and Keith was very helpful and I was able to take beautiful photos.
    5/5
    Kaila
    2024-04-23

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Keith Baumbaugh
    Keith Baumbaugh has been in the photographic field for nearly 35 years, as an assistant, second photographer and now as a lead photographer. He also has many years in printing in both the wet and digital labs.

    His specialty is weddings, events and portraits as well as doing camera specific instruction as well as general photography instruction.

    Keith Baumbaugh is available for private bookings

    Available most evenings after 5pm and generally anytime on the weekends..
    I'm available for instruction on Canon cameras, beginner level photoshop/lightroom, how to use your flash as well as portrait photography.

    Stephanie Leaver
    Stephanie Leaver, a highly accomplished artist and photographer based in Lakewood Ranch, FL, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Art from Western Michigan University in 2022. She consistently earned a place on the Gwen Frostic School of Art Dean's List and is a member of both the Alpha Lambda Delta and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Societies, reflecting her dedication to art and education.

    Stephanie's extensive artistic achievements span national and international recognition with a multitude of awards, published work, and exhibitions. Her diverse photography portfolio caters to various clients, from families and local businesses, to graduates and individuals seeking portraits, group events, and couples' moments. In her personal work, Stephanie explores environmental, political, social, family history, and mental health themes, providing a profound reflection of her engagement with the world. She excels in multiple mediums, including digital and traditional photography, videography, installation art, and mixed media, drawing inspiration from Surrealism, BioArt, and the natural environment.

    Stephanie Leaver is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturdays and Sundays for portrait services which include families, newborn, maternity, couples/engagement, graduate, senior, headshots, small events, and personal portraits.

    Weekdays I am typically available to provide commerce/product photography services using my at home studio.

    PHOTOS
    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-03-05
    Title or Location:
    I had 2 different images - this is the other
    Credit: Ernie Aranyosi

    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-02-21
    Title or Location: San Francisco, California
    San Francisco is arguably one of the world's most iconic and photographed cities. One could even argue, "it's all been photographed before". But as fate would have it, I found myself one day in May at 10 AM, with relatively clear skies, atop a hill shooting with an early DSLR (Nikon D90, 105 mm lens, 1/400 & f/8.0) in JPG. The "Rock" or "Bighouse" as Alcatraz is often referred to, dominated my angle of view. The lady and her dog atop the condo to the left added a contextual size comparison to t
    Credit: Peter Brock
    Facebook: Peter Brock
    Instagram: @ipb3rd
    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-02-19
    Title or Location: San Francisco, California
    San Francisco is arguably one of the world's most iconic and photographed cities. One could even argue, "it's all been photographed before". But as fate would have it, I found myself one day in May at 10 AM, with relatively clear skies, atop a hill shooting with an early DSLR (Nikon D90, 105 mm lens, 1/400 & f/8.0) in JPG. The "Rock" or "Bighouse" as Alcatraz is often referred to, dominated my angle of view. The lady and her dog atop the condo to the left added a contextual size comparison to t
    Credit: Peter Brock
    Facebook: Peter Brock
    Instagram: @ipb3rd

    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-02-08
    Title or Location: Rookery in Venice Florida
    This is a Night Heron, I think, photographed in the early morning. Nikon D500 Sigma 100 - 600mm lens at 1/250 f6.7 Iso 800.
    Credit: Jay Sacks
    Facebook: Jay Sacks

    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-02-04
    Title or Location: Coquina beach
    "Golden Reflections ? A Tranquil Evening on Coquina Beach &127749&127907"Captured with a Sony A7R5 at f/11, 6-sec exposure, this shot blends the motion of water with the stillness of a lone fisherman against a dramatic sunset. The long exposure brings out the golden hues and flowing patterns in the sand, making this moment feel almost surreal. Po
    Credit: Wayne Johnson
    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-01-22
    Title or Location: Celery fields Sarasota Florida
    Two crested caracara in flight the celery fields. Was lucky enough to get both in one photo
    Credit: Donald Gettys

    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2025-03-13
    Title or Location: Happy Valley
    Wave captured sun
    Credit: Juli?s Sunrise
    Instagram: Julie?s Sunrise

    Fremont Photography Group
    2025-03-12
    Title or Location: Seattle Downtown, Pike St
    Wandering through Seattle Downtown. This city is packed with personality and hidden gems! &129321 From the food to the architecture and the locals, there's so much to discover.
    Credit: Vikram Parmar
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clickedbyvp/
    Vancouver Photography Group
    2025-03-11
    Title or Location: Twin Lakes, Bridgeport, CA.
    Even though it was summer, the reflection of the clouds on the water almost looked like ice formations.
    Credit: John Ferguson

    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-03-10
    Title or Location: Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado
    This was sunset time at Great Sand Tunes National Park here in Colorado. Any time of time is amazing there to see this natural wonder in person, but sunrise and sunset times I feel are the best as the ever changing shadows just give the dunes such a different look and mood and changes by the minute, I choose a little slower shutter speed just to soften things somewhat and really like how this turned out. Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T8iLens: Canon EF-S18-55mm f4-5.6 IS STM@55mm ISO100 f13 1/
    Credit: Ken Weber
    Instagram: @kwofco_

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